Serum urate blood test to confirm the diagnosis
to confirm the clinical diagnosis
tests per year, UK, at diagnosis, repeated at least 2 weeks after a flare if low during it
“Measure the serum urate level in people with symptoms and signs of gout (see recommendations 1.1.1 and 1.1.2) to confirm the clinical diagnosis (serum urate level of 360 micromol/litre [6 mg/dl] or more). If serum urate level is below 360 micromol/litre (6 mg/dl) during a flare and gout is strongly suspected, repeat the serum urate level measurement at least 2 weeks after the flare has settled.”
NICE NG219, Gout: diagnosis and management, recommendations, 2022-06
- Kind of source
- Clinical guideline
- Read on
- 2026-11-06
- Daily check
- Quote found at the source on 2026-11-06
- What to know
- Diagnostic test; a level of 360 micromol/litre or more supports the diagnosis.
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